Macmillan, Ratgeber, The Risk It Takes to Bloom (Englisch, Raquel Willis, 2023)

"Raquel Willis's powerful new memoir shows how she became the trailblazing Black transgender activist she is today. But The Risk it Takes to Bloom isn't just about her own transformation, it's also a celebration of the LGBTQ+ community that inspired her fight for collective liberation." -TIME magazine "Willis's powerful memoir is a story of resilience, celebration and discovery." -W Magazine "A promising debut memoir from a young activist with an already impressive career." -Kirkus Reviews "This pleasantly conversational memoir mixes somber activism and youthful levity, combining glittering details of a buoyant social life with sorrowful reflections on violence against trans people. It's an inspiring account." -Publisher's Weekly "There are too few works written by and for Black trans people, and with The Risk It Takes to Bloom Raquel Willis offers a moving and generous testimony that is as personal as it is political. This memoir is proof that our most ardent and committed leaders put their whole hearts on the frontlines of liberation." -Janet Mock, New York Times bestselling author of Redefining Realness & Surpassing Certainty "With an unmistakable Southern charm and clarity, Raquel Willis generously exalts the Black trans experience with The Risk It Takes to Bloom. She weaves a personal journey of the body and identity with that of a society reckoning with a changing world." -Janelle Monae, entertainer and author of The Memory Librarian "A monumental debut memoir that serves as a vital call to action for this era, and a powerful reminder of what it takes to bloom into your most authentic, vibrant self." -Amber Tamblyn, bestselling author of Listening in the Dark: Women Reclaiming the Power of Intuition "A bold, brave, poignant story of the courage to live on one's own terms." -Alicia Garza, co-founder, Black Lives Matter Global Network host, Lady Don't Take No podcast Principal, Black Futures Lab "This book is essential reading. Raquel Willis uses her life story as a means to inspire and encourage us to step into our full selves. Deeply engaging with searing honesty and compassion." -Elliot Page, actor and author of Page Boy "Raquel's story matters. Representation matters. This book will inspire anyone struggling to find their authentic life. I am so proud of Raquel's continued willingness to be vulnerable and outspoken." -Selena Gomez, entertainer and producer "In these breathtaking pages, Raquel Willis gracefully demonstrates why she is a vital and formidable voice of our time. Her ability to weave together transcendent truth and illuminate the tender courage it takes to embrace one's authentic self is astonishing.." -Frederick Joseph, New York Times bestselling author of Patriarchy Blues "Raquel is an undeniable force and one of the most profound leaders our world has seen. I suggest we hang onto every word from Raquel Willis." -Angelica Ross, actress, founder and CEO of TransTech "Through Raquel's courageous vulnerability, we witness the birth of a history making editor and a vigilant activist on a quest to shift consciousness while fighting for freedom and trans visibility." -Emil Wilbekin, Former Editor-in-Chief of Vibe and Founder of Native Son.